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Craig Boutland
A sidewinder darts out from the hot sands of Death Valley, leaving a trail of wavy lines. Though a sidewinder’s bite isn’t deadly, they are very painful. Read more to…
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More than 400 years ago, a famous Spanish artist lived and worked for King Philip IV. However, Diego Velazquez loved to paint ordinary people going about their lives too. In…
Today, Renoir is known for his masterful paintings. But, at the beginning of his artistic career, he painted plates and cups! Readers are introduced to this important French Impressionist through…
Monet was one of the painters who helped shape the influential art movement of Impressionism. Many of his paintings, including Water Lilies, are known around the world, more than 100…
Some of Degas’s most well-known artwork depicts things he loved: the ballet and horse racing. But, he considered himself an artist who painted real life. Today, he’s often categorized as…
The beautiful landscapes of J. W. Turner are considered to be part of the Romantic movement. Turner was an English painter who loved to paint outside and use natural light…
Rembrandt has been called one of the best painters of all time–and he lived more than 350 years ago! His work is still studied today. Rembrandt painted self-portraits, religious subjects…
The fight for independence was not an easy one for the 13 colonies that became the United States. The Revolutionary War stretched on for decades, including not just battles such…
War is never simple, but the "war on terror" is more complicated than most. Launched in response to the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001, it…
Many defining events of World War II took place on the European and North African fronts. In this detailed book, history fans will learn more about these locations and the…
The Pacific front was an integral part of World War II. In this in-depth volume, readers will learn more about the military campaigns there and how they connected to the…
The banded sea krait swims along in the warm waters of the Indian and Pacific oceans with the help of a paddle-shaped tail and large lungs. Learn all about what…
There’s no mistaking the warning hiss and rattle of an angry rattlesnake. But did you know a Western Diamondback rattlesnake isn’t born with it’s noisy namesake? Discover how the western…
Bigfoot, also known as Sasquatch, is a tale known by many in North America. Stories vary by account, but when a person mentions the creature, most are able to picture…
Examine the evidence that makes the case for the existence of ghosts, from historical records to popular theories –Provided by publisher.
Roswell, New Mexico, is the location of several well-known UFO sightings. Historical evidence, theories, photographs, and more will aid readers as they explore the answers that might explain the mysterious…
This book explores the phenomenon of spontaneous human combustion- what can we learn about it through historical documentation and the theories surrounding it? Captivate readers with this deep dive into…
Learn about the mysterious phenomenon of alien abductions. Testimonies and theories are presented as potential proof of the existence of aliens who abduct humans. Eerie photos and illustrations will keep…
Are poltergeists real? Fascinate readers with this dive into the historical evidence and popular theories that make the case for their existence. Eerie images and high-interest content will keep readers…
Explore the possibility that vampires exist through historical evidence and popular theories. High-interest subject matter paired with creepy photos and illustrations will captivate readers. –Provided by publisher.
After World War II ended, a new kind of war began between the United States and its allies and the Soviet Union and its allies. The Cold War, as it…
The Gulf War called for new technology, vehicles, and weapons to win battles in the harsh conditions of Iraq and Kuwait. Readers learn about the new tanks, planes, and drones…
The Vietnam War was a complicated and controversial conflict, and readers take a focused look at this chapter in world history through the lens of the military technology used in…
World War I completely changed how wars were fought. It was the first major conflict to use planes, tanks, and certain kinds of chemical weapons. Readers expand their knowledge of…
How did the Allies win World War II? Superior technology played a huge part in their victory, and readers discover exactly how in this exploration of how STEM was applied…
Throughout the history of the United States, wars and conflicts have helped to define the course of events for better or for worse. The nation was born in conflict (through…
The United States may never have entered World War II if it were not for the Japanese attack on the U.S. fleet at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. Upon hearing of…
Allied forces led by the United States and England landed in German-occupied France on June 6, 1944. More than 160,000 soldiers landed in Normandy. The fates of these forces, the…
Often great artists are known by their most famous pieces. Degas is known for his paintings and sculptures of ballet dancers. Renoir made many paintings of people. But there’s more…
